Comments by Jennifer Ortega Most recent public comments by Jennifer Ortega https://nowcomment.com/users/23746 I agree. A reviewer being too authoritative can be mistaken for pretentiousness. This may deflect the reader from continuing the review. https://nowcomment.com/documents/56401?scroll_to=640356 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56401?scroll_to=640356 Thu, 15 Dec 2016 21:09:26 -0500 Agreed. I think this is the more difficult part because of the word count constraint while trying to sharply execute the review https://nowcomment.com/documents/56401?scroll_to=640351 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56401?scroll_to=640351 Thu, 15 Dec 2016 21:00:45 -0500 Also, because she's not able to enjoy the book like consumers would due to time constraint. https://nowcomment.com/documents/56359?scroll_to=640347 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56359?scroll_to=640347 Thu, 15 Dec 2016 20:53:53 -0500 Agreed. A fair opinion with analysis is important. https://nowcomment.com/documents/56359?scroll_to=640346 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56359?scroll_to=640346 Thu, 15 Dec 2016 20:50:50 -0500 This is an important question because as Pool mentions anyone can write a review. The distinction between a person who has knowledge of a subject compared to someone who doesn't, effects the quality of the review. https://nowcomment.com/documents/56359?scroll_to=640345 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56359?scroll_to=640345 Fri, 16 Dec 2016 07:32:40 -0500 An epigraph could be a quote or saying in the beginning of a book or chapter that sets the tone. https://nowcomment.com/documents/56355?scroll_to=636084 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56355?scroll_to=636084 Fri, 09 Dec 2016 16:37:03 -0500 Basic elements of a book review starts with an introduction of either a positive or negative reaction. Examples of text, as well as, well informed credibility from other works the reviewer has read. https://nowcomment.com/documents/56355?scroll_to=636083 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56355?scroll_to=636083 Fri, 09 Dec 2016 16:34:54 -0500 The last paragraph appeals to those who aren't familiar with other Sinatra biographies, therefore in that realm may be a book worth reading. Those who are already familiar with Sinatra's biographies won't take anything new away from this particular book. https://nowcomment.com/documents/56355?scroll_to=636080 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56355?scroll_to=636080 Fri, 09 Dec 2016 16:31:59 -0500 I think this review tells people who are well read on Sinatra that they will not find anything that hasn't been written about him already https://nowcomment.com/documents/56355?scroll_to=636078 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56355?scroll_to=636078 Fri, 09 Dec 2016 16:28:42 -0500 Rinsing out in this context means to eliminate material that is repetitively mentioned in every biography https://nowcomment.com/documents/56355?scroll_to=636077 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56355?scroll_to=636077 Fri, 09 Dec 2016 16:26:21 -0500 I agree. It keeps the readers who haven't read about the tragedies engaged until the end of the review. https://nowcomment.com/documents/56408?scroll_to=636076 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56408?scroll_to=636076 Fri, 09 Dec 2016 16:17:30 -0500 I think the reviewer is aware Hughes is a character who can be easily condemned given how controversial he is and takes the same approach/consistency as the rest of the review. https://nowcomment.com/documents/56408?scroll_to=636075 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56408?scroll_to=636075 Fri, 09 Dec 2016 16:15:24 -0500 The literary allusions are used to concisely draw emphasis on Hughes as a character https://nowcomment.com/documents/56408?scroll_to=636074 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56408?scroll_to=636074 Fri, 09 Dec 2016 16:06:11 -0500 This paragraph informs the reader of other sources which may back up the claim of Assia's femme fatale persona https://nowcomment.com/documents/56408?scroll_to=636072 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56408?scroll_to=636072 Fri, 09 Dec 2016 16:02:02 -0500 Femme fatale is a mysterious and seductive female character who lures lovers into compromising situations. This affects the view of Assia because it immediately puts her in a negative light. She is also the scapegoat/excuse for Hughes https://nowcomment.com/documents/56408?scroll_to=636071 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56408?scroll_to=636071 Fri, 09 Dec 2016 15:59:33 -0500 it gives the word "marriage" more meaning in this context. https://nowcomment.com/documents/56408?scroll_to=636070 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56408?scroll_to=636070 Fri, 09 Dec 2016 15:53:33 -0500 I don't think he was narrow-minded, I think his belief of inequality among black and white Americans is transcending. It is a systemic issue he felt the nation could not overcome. https://nowcomment.com/documents/56410?scroll_to=636069 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56410?scroll_to=636069 Sat, 10 Dec 2016 07:18:42 -0500 The reviewer demonstrates his own authority by comparing other historical books. By using the comparisons, the reviewer is demonstrating how well read he is on the subject. https://nowcomment.com/documents/56410?scroll_to=636067 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56410?scroll_to=636067 Fri, 09 Dec 2016 15:38:55 -0500 "must have been" is to allude what Jennings was thinking due to lack of information. https://nowcomment.com/documents/56410?scroll_to=636066 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56410?scroll_to=636066 Fri, 09 Dec 2016 15:34:31 -0500 I agree, the cheerleading idea can feel more promotional than honest. Readers look for an honest opinion in reviews and the cheerleading praise aspect of it prevents readers from getting the full scope. https://nowcomment.com/documents/56402?scroll_to=620863 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56402?scroll_to=620863 Wed, 14 Dec 2016 07:46:10 -0500 I think the word "aware" in this sentence means knowledgeable of publishing houses https://nowcomment.com/documents/56358?scroll_to=585824 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56358?scroll_to=585824 Fri, 30 Sep 2016 12:17:14 -0400 " a good review is more than a verdict" ... Means it would require an in depth analysis of context and examples. The level of expertise strengthens the argument of the verdict. https://nowcomment.com/documents/56357?scroll_to=585823 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56357?scroll_to=585823 Fri, 30 Sep 2016 12:09:55 -0400 In reply to Carl Rollyson https://nowcomment.com/documents/56356?scroll_to=569515 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56356?scroll_to=569515 The impact of mentioning Miller is again to humanize Marilyn Monroe. The theme "Death of a Salesman" is about the illusions of the American Dream some may have like the character Willy who becomes conflicted by his dreams and reality. The quote "Attention must be paid" was Miller's way of humanizing his character Willy, whether his social status was achieved or a failed attempt, the experience of failure, strife, and struggle makes a person human therefore the book highlights the beauty and the ugly of Marilyn Monroe making her a much more complex person than she's usually portrayed Thu, 08 Sep 2016 15:41:33 -0400 In reply to Carl Rollyson https://nowcomment.com/documents/56356?scroll_to=569464 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56356?scroll_to=569464 I suppose most biographies emphasize on her identity as an actress on a exterior level. Indicating by the second sentence it seems as though her biographies were written about the basic facts of her life such as her impact in a fashion sense and her documented rise to fame. Thu, 08 Sep 2016 15:21:53 -0400 In reply to Carl Rollyson https://nowcomment.com/documents/56356?scroll_to=569376 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56356?scroll_to=569376 The first paragraph pulls the reader in by mentioning a side of Marilyn Monroe most biographies lack to elaborate. It makes her more relatable and perhaps misunderstood. As a reader it made me feel more intrigued to read more in depth about her. Mon, 26 Sep 2016 07:18:08 -0400